Holland Creek Bio Link Survey now open

Published on 26 April 2024

Benalla Rural City Council is pleased to announce the commencement of community engagement on the Holland Bio Link Management Plan. With assistance from TREC Land Services, Council is currently reviewing the plan and is seeking input from community members that currently or have previously used the reserve.

The Holland Bio Link, located to the east of Benalla, is a linear reserve which connects the Holland Creek with Winton Wetlands. The reserve follows the route of the Mokoan Discovery Trail, a cycle and walking trail which links Benalla with the Winton Wetlands.

The Holland Creek Bio Link Project aims to increase biodiversity along the channel. More than 9,000 trees and shrubs have been planted along Zone A of the Hollands Bio-link Channel to date, transforming it into a crucial wildlife corridor. As the project progresses into Zones B and C, community input will help shape the future use and management of this important community asset.

This survey aims to find out how this reserve is being used by residents of Benalla Rural City, what environmental and recreational value it provides, and what improvements could be made to the strategic vision of the project ahead of commencing works within Zones B and C.

The survey is now open and will close for submissions at 8am on Wednesday 22 May. For more information and to have your say, please visit haveyoursay.benalla.vic.gov.au